The Basic Caregiving Skills course prepares new and aspiring caregivers with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to safely support clients in home care, assisted living, and community-based settings. This 5–6 hour online program builds confidence in ADLs, mobility assistance, communication, infection control, safety, and ethical caregiving practices.

Course Duration: 5-6 Hours
Validity: 1 Year

Through six modules, participants develop a strong foundation in personal care assistance, mobility support, communication skills, infection prevention, and emergency response. The course emphasizes professionalism, ethical responsibilities, confidentiality, respect for client rights, and maintaining healthy boundaries.

Caregivers learn how to safely assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, transfers, meal support, hydration, and fall prevention—while promoting dignity, independence, and cultural sensitivity. Practical guidance on documentation, teamwork, hazard awareness, and stress management ensures learners are fully prepared for real-world caregiving environments.

This course is ideal for caregivers entering the field, home care agencies seeking standardized training for staff, and individuals who support aging family members. Successful completion includes a certificate that demonstrates competency, reliability, and a commitment to high-quality care.

This course is designed for:

• New caregivers entering home care, assisted living, or agency employment
• Direct Care Workers (DCWs) need foundational skills training
• Family caregivers supporting older adults or individuals with disabilities
• Healthcare support staff, companions, and personal care aides
• Students exploring careers in healthcare, aging services, or social care
• Agencies seeking compliant, standardized onboarding training

No prior experience is required.

BENEFITS OF THIS COURSE

• Learn safe, effective techniques for ADLs, transfers, fall prevention, hygiene, and nutrition support.
• Understand boundaries, confidentiality, client rights, mandated responsibilities, and legal expectations.
• Gain confidence in hazard awareness, emergency response, infection control, and fire safety basics.
• Develop strong listening skills, empathy, and teamwork practices for better client and family interactions.
• A recognized foundational course that strengthens applications for caregiving and home-care positions.
• Receive a downloadable certificate to demonstrate training compliance to employers or agencies.
• Self-paced modules designed to fit busy schedules—complete anytime, anywhere.

Start your caregiving career with confidence!
Enroll in the Basic Caregiving Skills course today and gain the essential knowledge, professional skills, and practical techniques needed to provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.